2009 BMW 528 vs. 2001 Smart Roadster
To start off, 2009 BMW 528 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Smart Roadster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Smart Roadster would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 528 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 528 (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 2001 Smart Roadster. (81 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 528 should accelerate faster than 2001 Smart Roadster.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2009 BMW 528 (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Smart Roadster. (110 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 528 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Smart Roadster.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 528 | 2001 Smart Roadster | |
Make | BMW | Smart |
Model | 528 | Roadster |
Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2996 cc | 698 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 230 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2250 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 3430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1200 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2370 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 35 L |